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Pre-Health Conference @ UC Davis

October 17, 2026
Fair: 9:00 am – 12 noon
Workshop Sessions: 1:00 – 3:45 pm

Meet WesternU at the nation’s largest pre-health event!

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Connect with WesternU and learn more about our health professions programs, admissions pathways, student experience, and what makes WesternU’s approach to health professions education unique.

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    • Pre-Health Conference at UC Davis
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    1:00 – 1:50 pm:     Pathways to Health Professions

    Whether you’re just beginning to explore health professions or already know where you’re headed, WesternU offers pathways across a wide range of health care careers.

    The deadline for students to register for the Pre-Health Conference is October 11, 2026.
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    Already Know Which Career You’re Interested In?

    Western University of Health Sciences prepares the next generation of health professionals through an innovative, humanistic approach to education. Explore our programs, discover your path, and see where a WesternU education can take you.

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    Tell us which health profession you’re considering, and we’ll send you information about programs, admissions, upcoming events, and opportunities to connect with WesternU.

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    About WesternU

    Western University of Health Sciences is a private, non-profit graduate university for the health professions, dedicated to preparing tomorrow’s health practitioners to flourish as skilled, compassionate healers. WesternU students learn within a thriving center for comprehensive medical and veterinary education, as well as research and community outreach. Graduates are poised to move into the future to successfully meet the health-related needs of a growing population.
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    Tier 1 Medical School for Primary Care

    For the third consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report has named Western University of Health Sciences’ College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP) and Heatherington College of Osteopathic Medicine as a Tier 1 institution for primary care training. WesternU could not be more proud of its faculty, administration, staff and students for this incredible achievement. WesternU has also been recognized for the most graduates Practicing in Primary Care, Practicing in Health Professional Shortage Areas and a Tier 4 medical school for Research. This is affirmation of our commitment to creating healthy communities.
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    Named a Best Grad School for Nursing Master’s Degree

    For the fourth time in the last five years, the College of Graduate Nursing (CGN) is among the best in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Nursing Schools: Master’s. The CGN Master’s program is ranked No. 45 (tied) in the nation. CGN has long stood on the foundation that a master’s degree should be the entry point for nursing.
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    Points of Excellence

    Across our programs, students achieve exceptional results that reflect the strength of our academic preparation and real-world training.
    • Osteopathic Medicine: 100% Placement Rate for Class of 2026.
    • Podiatric Medicine: 100% Placement Rate for the past 13 years.
    • Graduate Nursing: Ranked for Best MSN Program by U.S. News & World Report 2026.
    • Pharmacy: Among the highest first-time NAPLEX passing rate in the U.S.
    • Veterinary Medicine: 95% of graduates secure a job prior to graduation (5-year average).

    Outcomes as of 2025.
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    Our Campuses California & Oregon

    WesternU has campuses in Pomona, California and Lebanon, Oregon. We offer a welcoming, mission-driven environment for students pursuing a range of health professions. Whether you choose our California or Oregon campus, you’ll be part of a community that values service, leadership, and innovation.
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